Ober Mountain Ski Resort & Adventure Park

About

Ober Mountain sits high above Gatlinburg, offering a rare combination of ski resort and year-round adventure park in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. It's Tennessee's only ski area, and whether you visit in winter or summer, there's something exciting waiting at the top.

Winter brings skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing across multiple runs. If you've never hit the slopes before, don't worry - lessons are available for beginners of all ages. The mountain transforms the Smoky Mountains into a surprising winter sports destination that most people don't expect to find in Tennessee.

When the snow melts, the mountain shifts gears. Warmer months feature downhill mountain biking, alpine slides, ziplining, and more than a dozen attractions spread across the park. There's an indoor ice skating rink that operates year-round, along with a wildlife encounter area and scenic chairlift rides that showcase stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

Getting to Ober Mountain is part of the experience. The Aerial Tramway carries visitors from downtown Gatlinburg up to the park, gliding over the treetops for a memorable ride. You can also drive up via the back road if you prefer. Once there, you'll find dining options, a shopping mall area, and plenty of space to spend a full day.

Ober Mountain works well for families, couples, and groups looking for a mix of thrills and scenic beauty. With Gatlinburg's shops and restaurants just a tramway ride away, it's easy to pair a mountain adventure with everything else the area has to offer.

Accessibility

Ober Mountain provides several accessibility features, though visitors should be aware that some rides and activities are not ADA accessible due to the nature of the ride or activity. The park offers wheelchair rentals on-site, accessible trails, and Braille-ready park maps to help guests with visual impairments find their way around.

The Aerial Tramway from downtown Gatlinburg to the mountaintop may present challenges for some visitors with mobility needs. Driving up via the back road is an alternative that allows visitors to arrive by personal vehicle, which may be easier for those with accessibility requirements. Contact the park directly to confirm current tramway accessibility.

Indoor areas including the mall, dining facilities, and the ice skating viewing areas are generally accessible. The park's layout includes both paved walkways and mountain terrain, so conditions can vary depending on which attractions you're visiting.

For the most current accessibility information, including specific ride restrictions and available accommodations, contact Ober Mountain directly at (865) 436-5423 or visit their website before your trip. Staff can advise on which activities and attractions will work best for your specific needs. Guests with service animals should also check the park's current pet and service animal policies for individual rides and attractions.

More accessible places in Tennessee

• Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Gatlinburg)
• Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies (Gatlinburg)
• Adventure Science Center (Nashville)
• Ryman Auditorium (Nashville)
• Andrew Johnson National Historic Site (Greeneville)
• Obed Wild and Scenic River (Wartburg)

Photo credits

• A groomed snow-covered ski slope with lift towers descends through the trees at Ober Mountain Ski Resort.: Bryant Thomas, CC BY 3.0 (source)
• Visitors watch skiers from a fenced viewing platform overlooking the snowy slope at Ober Mountain.: Rodhullandemu, CC BY-SA 3.0 (source)